COURSE CODE: CHC43121

Certificate IV in Disability Support

Course Overview

The CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support is designed for students who want to develop advanced skills and knowledge to support people with disabilities in community, residential, and workplace settings.

This course focuses on person-centered support, independence, well-being, communication, and working effectively within disability support environments.

Training is delivered through face-to-face classes combined with theory, practical activities, and work placement.

Course outcome

After successful completion, students may work as:

Disability Support Worker
Disability Team Leader
Community Support Worker
Residential Support Worker
NDIS Support Worker

Skills you will learn

Students will learn how to:

Support people with disabilities in daily activities
Promote independence and community participation
Develop and implement individual support plans
Support client wellbeing and communication
Follow safe work practices in care environments
Work legally and ethically within the disability sector

Assessment Methods

Assessment may include:

Written questions
Practical demonstrations
Projects and case studies
Workplace observation during placement

Pathways

After completing this qualification, students may progress to:

Diploma of Community Services
Advanced disability or community care qualifications
Leadership and management courses

Course Entry Requirements

Students must:

Be 18 years or older
Provide valid identification
Meet Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) requirements

Students may also require:

Police Check
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Vaccination requirements for placement

Course Duration

Full-time or part-time options available
Duration may vary depending on delivery schedule

Delivery Mode

✔ Face-to-face classroom training

✔ Practical activities and case studies

✔ Theory and written assessments

Course Structure

Students are required to complete core and elective units as part of this qualification.

Unit Code	Unit Title	Core / Elective
CHCCCS044	Follow established person-centred behaviour supports	Core
CHCDIS017	Facilitate community participation and social inclusion	Core
CHCDIS018	Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach	Core
CHCDIS019	Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs	Core
CHCLEG003	Manage legal and ethical compliance	Core
CHCMHS001	Work with people with mental health issues	Core
HLTWHS003	Maintain work health and safety	Core